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DLC → XMN
Which side of the plane to sit from Zhoushuizi Airport (Dalian) to Xiamen Gaoqi International Airport (Xiamen)?
Right Side of the Plane
The right side offers a superior mix of diverse landscapes including the Dalian city skyline, the crossing of the massive Yangtze River, and the lush, rugged mountain ranges of Fujian province.
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Dalian Urban View
A sweeping view of Dalian's modern architecture and harbor right after takeoff.
Shandong Peninsula
Fly over the rolling hills and agricultural patterns of eastern Shandong.
Yangtze River Crossing
View the wide, silty waters of China's longest river as it nears the sea.
Taihu Lake Area
Glimpse the massive freshwater lake near Suzhou and Wuxi during clear weather.
Fujian Highlands
The dramatic shift into the dense, green mountain ranges of southern China.
Xiamen Port Infrastructure
Detailed views of the shipping terminals and the Haicang District during final approach.
The right side is ideal for afternoon flights as it avoids the direct eastern sun glare. It provides the best perspective of the geographic transition from the flat Yangtze Delta to the mountainous Fujian interior. During the descent into XMN, you will often see the Xiamen city skyline and the bridges connecting the island to the mainland.
Book Hotels in XiamenYellow Sea Expanse
Deep blue waters immediately after departing the Liaodong Peninsula.
Shanghai Distant Coast
Views of the bustling coastline and the outskirts of the Yangtze River Delta.
Hangzhou Bay Bridge
Spot the architectural marvel of the world's longest cross-sea bridges from above.
Zhoushan Archipelago
A cluster of hundreds of islands dotting the East China Sea near Ningbo.
Fujian Island Chains
The beautiful, winding coastline and small islands as you descend into Xiamen.
Choose the left side for morning flights to witness a spectacular sunrise over the Pacific horizon. It is also the better side for spotting the intricate network of islands off the Zhejiang coast. Ensure your window is clean for high-altitude shots of the sea-crossing bridges.
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Get eSIMs for ChinaDistance: 1,635 km (1,016 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 2 hrs 11 min
Departure: DLC (38.9656982421875, 121.53900146484376)
Arrival: XMN (24.54400062561035, 118.12799835205078)
Route Type: Domestic
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